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Cheap flights from Edinburgh to Cairns from £480

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14:05 - 11:05EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-CNS Cairns
59h 00m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Melbourne
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15:45 - 12:35CNS  Cairns-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
30h 50m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Doha Hamad Intl
£1,128Qatar Airways
Thu, 4 Mar - Mon, 8 Mar
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16:20 - 05:45EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-CNS Cairns
27h 25m2 stops Istanbul Denpasar Bali Ngurah Rai
Multiple Airlines Logo
14:30 - 16:20CNS  Cairns-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
34h 50m3 stops Melbourne Singapore Changi Istanbul
£1,184Multiple Airlines
Tue, 2 Mar - Mon, 10 May
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20:05 - 17:15EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-CNS Cairns
35h 10m2 stops London Gatwick Singapore Changi
Multiple Airlines Logo
18:00 - 13:20CNS  Cairns-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
28h 20m2 stops Singapore Changi London Gatwick
£1,208Multiple Airlines
Sat, 6 Mar - Sat, 8 May
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11:30 - 17:15EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-CNS Cairns
43h 45m2 stops Paris Charles de Gaulle Singapore Changi
Multiple Airlines Logo
18:00 - 20:55CNS  Cairns-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
35h 55m2 stops Singapore Changi Paris Charles de Gaulle
£1,301Multiple Airlines
Tue, 2 Mar - Mon, 10 May
Qatar Airways Logo
07:30 - 23:05EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-CNS Cairns
29h 35m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Brisbane
Qatar Airways Logo
11:45 - 12:35CNS  Cairns-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
34h 50m2 stops Melbourne Doha Hamad Intl
£1,302Qatar Airways
Wed, 13 Jan - Thu, 28 Jan
Multiple Airlines Logo
16:20 - 10:55EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-CNS Cairns
56h 35m3 stops Istanbul Singapore Changi Melbourne
Multiple Airlines Logo
12:35 - 09:45CNS  Cairns-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
54h 10m3 stops Melbourne Singapore Changi Istanbul
£1,330Multiple Airlines
Sat, 6 Mar - Sat, 8 May
Multiple Airlines Logo
14:05 - 08:30EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-CNS Cairns
32h 25m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Denpasar Bali Ngurah Rai
Multiple Airlines Logo
14:40 - 22:50CNS  Cairns-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
42h 10m3 stops Melbourne Beijing Capital Milan Malpensa
£1,393Multiple Airlines
Wed, 13 Jan - Thu, 28 Jan
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06:05 - 08:30EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-CNS Cairns
40h 25m3 stops London Gatwick Dubai Intl Denpasar Bali Ngurah Rai
Multiple Airlines Logo
14:40 - 22:50CNS  Cairns-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
42h 10m3 stops Melbourne Beijing Capital Milan Malpensa
£1,457Multiple Airlines
Wed, 13 Jan - Thu, 28 Jan
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20:50 - 13:30EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-CNS Cairns
30h 40m2 stops Dubai Intl Sydney Kingsford Smith
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09:40 - 20:05CNS  Cairns-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
43h 25m3 stops Coolangatta Gold Coast Sydney Kingsford Smith Dubai Intl
£1,518Multiple Airlines
Sat, 6 Mar - Sat, 8 May
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18:15 - 13:30EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-CNS Cairns
33h 15m3 stops London Heathrow Singapore Changi Sydney Kingsford Smith
Multiple Airlines Logo
06:45 - 09:20CNS  Cairns-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
35h 35m3 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Singapore Changi London Heathrow
£1,575Multiple Airlines
Tue, 2 Mar - Mon, 10 May

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Qatar Airways flights from Edinburgh to Cairns

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Qatar Airways
4 Mar
EDI14:05Edinburgh Turnhouse
59h 00m
2 stops
CNS11:05Cairns
8 Mar
CNS15:45Cairns
30h 50m
2 stops
EDI12:35Edinburgh Turnhouse
£1,128
Qatar Airways
13 Jan
EDI07:30Edinburgh Turnhouse
29h 35m
2 stops
CNS23:05Cairns
28 Jan
CNS11:45Cairns
34h 50m
2 stops
EDI12:35Edinburgh Turnhouse
£1,302

Emirates flights from Edinburgh to Cairns

Our best Emirates deals on Edinburgh to Cairns flight tickets
Emirates
23 Dec
EDI20:50Edinburgh Turnhouse
36h 25m
2 stops
CNS19:15Cairns
30 Dec
CNS06:00Cairns
46h 55m
2 stops
EDI18:55Edinburgh Turnhouse
£2,244
Emirates
22 Dec
EDI20:50Edinburgh Turnhouse
60h 25m
2 stops
CNS19:15Cairns
29 Dec
CNS11:40Cairns
41h 15m
2 stops
EDI18:55Edinburgh Turnhouse
£2,980

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EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse - CNS Cairns

EDICNS

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 4/3

14:05-11:05

2 stops59h 00m

Cairns

Mon 8/3

15:45-12:35

2 stops30h 50m

£1,128
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EdinburghCairns

EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse - CNS Cairns

EDICNS

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 2/3

16:20-05:45

2 stops27h 25m

Cairns

Mon 10/5

14:30-16:20

3 stops34h 50m

£1,184

EdinburghCairns

EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse - CNS Cairns

EDICNS

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sat 6/3

20:05-17:15

2 stops35h 10m

Cairns

Sat 8/5

18:00-13:20

2 stops28h 20m

£1,208

EdinburghCairns

EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse - CNS Cairns

EDICNS

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 2/3

11:30-17:15

2 stops43h 45m

Cairns

Mon 10/5

18:00-20:55

2 stops35h 55m

£1,301

EdinburghCairns

EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse - CNS Cairns

EDICNS

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 13/1

07:30-23:05

2 stops29h 35m

Cairns

Thu 28/1

11:45-12:35

2 stops34h 50m

£1,302

EdinburghCairns

EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse - CNS Cairns

EDICNS

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sat 6/3

16:20-10:55

3 stops56h 35m

Cairns

Sat 8/5

12:35-09:45

3 stops54h 10m

£1,330

EdinburghCairns

EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse - CNS Cairns

EDICNS

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 13/1

14:05-08:30

2 stops32h 25m

Cairns

Thu 28/1

14:40-22:50

3 stops42h 10m

£1,393

EdinburghCairns

EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse - CNS Cairns

EDICNS

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 13/1

06:05-08:30

3 stops40h 25m

Cairns

Thu 28/1

14:40-22:50

3 stops42h 10m

£1,457

EdinburghCairns

EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse - CNS Cairns

EDICNS

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sat 6/3

20:50-13:30

2 stops30h 40m

Cairns

Sat 8/5

09:40-20:05

3 stops43h 25m

£1,518

EdinburghCairns

EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse - CNS Cairns

EDICNS

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 2/3

18:15-13:30

3 stops33h 15m

Cairns

Mon 10/5

06:45-09:20

3 stops35h 35m

£1,575

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What is the cheapest airline that flies from Edinburgh Turnhouse to Cairns?

Qatar Airways is the most popular carrier operating from Edinburgh Turnhouse to Cairns

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£480

Fastest flight time

29h 35m

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The best one-way flight to Cairns from Edinburgh in the past 72 hours is £480. The best return flight deal from Edinburgh to Cairns found on momondo in the last 72 hours is £1,128.
The fastest flight from Edinburgh to Cairns takes 29h 35m
There are no direct flights from Edinburgh to Cairns. There are no popular flight routes from Edinburgh to Cairns.
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Frequently asked questions about flying from Edinburgh to Cairns

  • How far is Edinburgh Turnhouse to Cairns by plane?

    The straight-line distance from Edinburgh Turnhouse to Cairns is 9282.4 mi. Flights usually cover this in 29h 35m, depending on flying conditions and air traffic around both airports.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport to Cairns Airport?

    Prices for flights from Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport to Cairns Airport refresh daily.

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  • How old do you have to be to fly from Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport to Cairns Airport?

    The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport to Cairns Airport.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Cairns Airport?

    The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Cairns Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Cairns Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

  • What is the most popular airline from Edinburgh to Cairns?

Best airlines flying from Edinburgh to Cairns

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Qatar AirwaysPriceFrom £1,355Free CancellationRating
7.4
3,706 reviews
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